堀 (kū) — (classifier, archaic) for caves and holes

Definition

堀 (kū) is a bound, literary measure word used in classical-style writing for caves and deep holes — it doesn't stand alone and pairs mainly with 洞.

bound form

(classifier, archaic) for caves and holes

，堀。
Jù gǔ shū jì zǎi, zhè zuò shān lǐ yǒu sān kū gǔ dòng.
According to ancient records, there are three ancient caves in this mountain.
，堀。
Jù gǔ shū jì zǎi, tàn xiǎn jiā fā xiàn le yì kū shēn dòng.
According to ancient records, the explorer discovered a deep cave.
，堀。
Jù gǔ shū jì zǎi, zhè yì kū dòng fēi cháng yōu shēn.
According to ancient records, this cave is very deep and secluded.

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